Manufacturers of dental implants: overview of leading exporting countries

The choice towards one or another model of dental implants is always determined by the ratio of price-quality criteria. Traditionally, leading positions are occupied by systems from the USA, Korea, Germany and Israel.

For some time now, orthopedic dentists have begun to offer Russian analogues for tooth restoration, which in most characteristics are not inferior to foreign ones.

Dental implant companies and manufacturing countries

Today, there are a number of manufacturing countries that occupy a prominent place on the implantology map. Dental implant companies located in these countries produce about 90% of the total number of implants on the market. If you go to the website of any dentistry, then in the “implantation” section you will probably see countries such as the USA, Switzerland, Germany, Israel and Korea. Most ordinary people do not know how this or that implant differs, but at the same time, any sane person realizes that a two- or three-fold difference in price should imply at least some differences. That is why the question: “Which brand of dental implants is better?” – asks most patients. It is difficult to answer this unequivocally, because each clinical case may have its own recommendations and limitations. Below is a rating of dental implants by manufacturers from different countries, which will help you understand the variety of systems, their advantages and disadvantages.

Treatment protocols

The variety of company products allows you to choose different types of treatment

Most often, implantation is practiced in one or two stages:

• The metal structure and the prosthesis are installed simultaneously;
• First, a metal support is implanted, and after it is implanted, a dental crown is inserted.

The most optimal method is determined by the doctor, based on the specific situation and medical history of the patient. The high stability of the implanted rod allows the immediate installation of fixed prostheses without introducing a load on the implant. To do this, the crown is removed from the bite, and after 10-14 weeks it is replaced with the final version with full functions.

If a metal structure cannot be installed due to atrophy of the jaw bone, plastic surgery is first performed, after which it becomes possible to install an implant both immediately and after complete healing after 4 months.

The manufacturer provides a lifetime warranty. Conducted clinical trials confidently prove the quality of the products, but if something goes wrong, a replacement will be free for the patient, although such a situation is unlikely. Typically, complications arise due to individual intolerance to materials, as well as failure to follow the rules for caring for implants during implantation.

Since 2012, the company has been producing not only serial models, but also making them to order. Such a need may arise in patients with oncology, after injuries and other situations where it is impossible to set a standard. In everyday situations, the doctor strongly recommends the use of template products, since they have been repeatedly checked and tested in various types of installation in the jaw of a particular client.

In case of a complex clinic and the need for implantation, the dentist can recommend products from other companies, for example, Zygoma from Nobel Boicare, created specifically for cancer patients or those with injuries after accidents.

Swiss dental implants

Switzerland is often associated with the production of cheese and watches, but implantation can also be added here. It is this country that produces the highest quality, most expensive and well-known brands of implants. We are talking, first of all, about Nobel Biocare and Straumann. They have the highest survival rate (99% and above) and the best technology. It is Swiss implants that allow you to obtain ideal aesthetic and functional results even in the most difficult cases. The majority of clinicians in the world prefer to work with Swiss manufacturers, many of whom are real luminaries of implantology. By the way, to use the capabilities of these systems 100%, you need to be really high-level specialists. Now about the less pleasant moments. The cost of implants from Switzerland is the highest on the market. On average, for the installation of Nobel Biocare or Straumann implants alone, you will have to pay 45–50 thousand rubles. Add to this cost the cost of prosthetics, and you will get a sum close to 100 thousand.

Swiss dental implants Nobel Biocare

produces four main series of dental implants

LIKO-M

Universal model of Russian implants IRIS. It has excellent strength and reliability indicators, accelerated osseointegration, and is equipped with a system that prevents the risks of loosening and twisting of implants.

LIKO-M EVOLUTION

The implants of the series are used to perform surgery when the volume and height of bone tissue is insufficient. They can be used in express implantation because they provide high-quality primary stability and avoid injury to the jaw bone during installation.

LIKO-M SLIM

Implants from this line are used when there is insufficient bone height or low bone density. They have a minimal diameter - up to 3 millimeters, but at the same time provide high primary stability; they are most often used for the restoration of lateral incisors.

LIKO-M MINI

Systems from this line are used in mini-implantations, allow for firm fixation of removable orthopedic structures, and are suitable for patients with complete edentia.
The price of Russian IRIS implants is quite affordable for a wide range of patients - it amounts to 6,000 rubles per unit.

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American dental implants

The most popular American dental implants are Bicon, Biohorizon, as well as implants from the Denstply concern. If the first two systems can be considered local developments, then Dentsply is a slightly different story. A huge holding company, which has been selling dental equipment since its founding (and this is 1899), at some point wanted to enter the implantology industry. The company did not start from scratch and invest huge amounts of money in developing its own technologies, but simply gradually acquired several good European manufacturers with all the staff and developments. We are talking about Ankylos (Germany), Xive (Germany) and Astra Tech (Sweden). The most successful was the purchase of Astra Tech, which was in the top 3 and occupied about 30% of the implantology market. Despite the merger with Dentsply, all acquired companies retained their brand and continue to produce implants under it.

Americans are excellent businessmen who have taken marketing and PR in dentistry to a whole new level. At the same time, American dental implants also mean quality, high survival rate and reliability. On average, you will have to pay 30–35 thousand rubles for American-made implants (BioHorizons, Ankylos, Xive), and the elite Astra Tech will cost 40–45 thousand.

Bicon line of American dental implants

Model overview

Analog products from some Russian companies can be a good alternative to popular implants.

Having applied global experience in their work, domestic manufacturers produce no less high-quality, and most importantly, more affordable dental structures.

Conmet

The company's catalog is presented in three models:

1. Classic. These are screw artificial roots with double thread. They are produced in two diameters – 4.8 mm and 4.0 mm. Lengths 8.0 mm, 10.0 mm and 12.0 mm.
   They are equipped with a platform switching function, due to which the rod is inserted with minimal resorption of the jaw bone and maximum aesthetics.

   Double thread ensures uniform distribution of the chewing load, and high-tech surface treatment ensures accelerated osseointegration. The systems are recommended for use in two-stage classical surgery.

2. Cylindrical. Having a cylindrical shape, they are produced in diameters of 5.5 mm and 3.5 mm with individual selection of lengths (from 8.0 mm to 16.0 mm).
   Aggressive threads help securely secure the product in bones of different densities, so they are used when the height of the alveolar is insufficient (up to 10 mm) or when performing one-stage implantation.
3. Conical. Depending on the location of the dental unit being restored, the rods are produced with diameters of 4.5 mm or 3.4 mm.
   They can be implanted into the socket of an extracted tooth, if it is close to the area of ​​the maxillary sinuses and neurovascular bundles to be restored, or if the volume and quality of the jaw bone is insufficient.

   The tapered shape of the shaft combined with the aggressive threading provides sufficient initial stability and further stability.

In addition to the indicated indications for use, Conmet systems can be installed for any form of edentia, end or frontal defects of the dentition, the impossibility of removable prosthetics, or for fixing conditionally removable or bridge dentures on implants.

As features of dental structures from this manufacturer, it is worth highlighting the following:

1. Only hypoallergenic high-quality materials are used for production. Artificial roots are made of purified titanium, their periosteal part is coated with aluminum oxide, and the intraosseous part is coated with titanium powder, which guarantees rapid integration of the product.
2. It is possible to implant some models immediately after tooth extraction , due to which the level of bone loss is reduced significantly.
3. High quality implantation is ensured by the use of high-tech equipment and new materials . In the process of creating dental systems, precision laser cutting of parts, plasma coating, anodized titanium, and finishing are used.
4. Strengthening the neck of artificial roots ensures uniform distribution of the chewing load along the entire length of the product, which reduces the likelihood of its fracture.
5. It is possible to make an implant from a gold alloy (at the patient’s request). But here you need to realize that gold, in comparison with titanium, has high ductility, which negatively affects the ability to withstand high loads.

Among the advantages provided by the use of Konmet models, the following points are indicated:

1. A wide range allows you to choose an option that suits a specific clinical case.
2. The use of three-dimensional prototyping technology during production, which makes it possible to manufacture individual implants, reduces the duration of osseointegration, increases the accuracy of fixation and reduces the traumatic nature of the process.
3. Affordable price. The manufacturer's policy made it possible to set a price for products that is several times lower than foreign analogues.
4. High aesthetics , thanks to which it is possible to restore even the frontal group of teeth.
5. Versatility , which means the system can be implanted using various protocols.

Among the shortcomings, one can highlight such factors as isolated cases of rejection, which are mainly due to the actions of the patient himself, or the doctor’s violation of the installation protocol due to unprofessionalism.

The video provides additional information about Konmet implants.

Rusimplant

The catalog presented by the company contains several options for dental implants intended for use in a specific clinical case.

Leader

The models are suitable for solving various clinical problems. This became possible thanks to the use of special manufacturing techniques.

The design is distinguished by the presence of a dodecahedron, a self-sealing fit cone, and two types of self-tapping threads - large aggressive and small six-start.

The conical shape of the screw ensures atraumatic and, most importantly, rapid insertion into the bone.

Pros: sufficient primary stability, the ability to be implanted into weakened bone tissue, resistance to lateral loads, and the ability to compact bone mass.

Short

This is a shortened model with a wide diameter, which can be installed without prior bone grafting surgery.

Models are recommended if there are problems with the condition of bone tissue or reduced alveolar height. A product with a three-start self-tapping thread with an angled shoulder.

Rods can be implanted when there is insufficient bone volume , installation is quick, and osseointegration time is reduced.

Assets

The model is intended for use in cases of severely weakened jaw bone. Features: presence of a landing cone, hexagon, hollow design, apex with 2 through holes on the sides.

The neck has fine carvings, which gradually give way to large ones. The thread is equipped with a self-tapping function.

The shape of the artificial root is designed so that the bone is practically not damaged during its insertion , and the presence of a cavity and a pair of holes improve tissue nutrition under the surface of the structure.

Positive aspects are the rapid process of osseointegration, the absence of bone injury and support for its nutrition.

Lux

The rods are installed in bone of any density. Fine threads are applied to the upper part in increments of 0.25 mm, and large threads (0.75 mm) are applied to the lower part.

This thread geometry ensures painless insertion of the implant and obtains primary stability.

Pros: long service life, increased contact area, good stability.

Standard

Available with a semicircular apex and aggressive trapezoidal thread with a pitch of 0.8 mm. Advantages: no vertical shift of tissues under high loads, large contact area.

Today, Standard implants have been discontinued by the company.

Mini

They are used to place temporary prosthetic structures during long and complex restoration of dentition.

Also application cases are:

• immediate restoration of facial aesthetics;
• protection of soft tissues in the area where the permanent structure is implanted;
• insufficient alveolar height.

It is produced in two versions - with a cone-shaped head for securing a fixed prosthesis, and with a spherical head for removable structures.

Advantages: sufficient primary stability, simple installation.

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Small

Implants of this series have a small diameter and are intended only for the restoration of the upper (lower) incisors.

The systems show good stability in cases of bone deficiency and low alveoli, thanks to the presence of fine threads in the cervical region and larger threads on the body.

Fixation of the prostheses occurs due to the presence of an internal hex screw. It also minimizes the likelihood of the artificial root breaking due to overload. Pros: good primary stability, accelerated osseointegration, stability.

Features of systems from the Rusimplant company are the following characteristics:

• Material . All produced models are made of purified grade 4 titanium, characterized by ideal biocompatibility, bioinertness, increased strength, hypoallergenicity, and durability.
• Surface . The presence of the Smart surface allows for accelerated osseointegration.
• Geometry. Each version produced has a cylindrical hexagonal shape, but differs in thread, apex shape and abutment type.
• Versatility. Thanks to many modifications of artificial roots, doctors can restore teeth in any clinical cases.
• Sterility. Each structure is irradiated with gamma rays, which guarantees complete disinfection of their surfaces. Upon completion of processing, the implants are placed in a sealed package that maintains sterility. All packages are supplied with a quality certificate.
• Life time. The company guarantees a 15-year service life for all models. If you follow the recommendations for care and use, the actual service life increases to 25 years.

The undeniable advantages of the systems are:

• cost, which is half lower than foreign analogues;
• good survival rate;
• sufficient strength;
• ease of installation;
• the presence of a modern technological surface;
• compliance with all international quality criteria;
• practicality.

The main disadvantage is that they cannot provide the same aesthetic indicators in the frontal zone as their foreign counterparts.

Iris

The company produces four models for its potential patients:

1. LIKO-M .
   Classic model with atraumatic apical end and frequent thread stroke. Suitable for recreating large chewing elements. It has protection against self-twisting, high strength, and accelerated osseointegration. The design prevents the entry and proliferation of pathogenic bacteria under the prosthesis and provides an expanded area of ​​contact with the bone body.
2. LIKO-M EVOLUTION. Intended for implantation in areas with low quality and sparse bone tissue during surgery with one-stage prosthetics.
   The implants have a standard length, a rare but high thread, which ensures the best fixation in the bone and rapid integration.
3. LIKO-M SLIM. Non-standard model - has a diameter of only 3.0 mm.
   Installation is recommended for poor-quality bone or its small volume and width. Also suitable for replacing lateral incisors in any jaw. Despite its small size, the product shows sufficient stability and strength.
4. LIKO-M MINI. It is a cone-shaped product with a rare thread pitch.
   It is produced in two versions of the supragingival part - spherical and square. The systems are designed to secure any type of prosthesis. But more often they are used as a basis for a conditionally removable system.

Iris products gained popularity and demand thanks to:

• A shortened rehabilitation period, occurring in most cases without complications.
• Good biocompatibility, which is achieved by using titanium purified from additives.
• Satisfactory survival rate , achieved due to the presence of a rough microrelief on the surface and repeated etching of the material with acid.
• Reducing the occurrence of long-term complications to zero, thanks to the barely visible gap between the abutment and the intraosseous part.
• Quality . Despite the fact that the system in question is a Russian development, its production takes place in Italy. Each stage is controlled and carried out using Swiss and Italian equipment.
• Wide range of applications . The versatility of the models allows them to be used in different clinical cases, and at the same time achieve high quality indicators of the operation.
• Possibility of replacing individual components. With long-term use of the structure, the abutment can be replaced for further prosthetics.

Important! Relative disadvantage is overpriced. When analyzing prices for middle-class implants, the models considered cannot be called cheap.

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In this publication you will find detailed information about CSM implants.

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German dental implants

Germany is also one of the most famous manufacturers of dental implants. Having started their activity mainly in the 80s, German implant manufacturers have established themselves with excellent product quality and successful developments, which subsequently contributed to the merger with American concerns. Today Germany is represented by SHUTZ, Xive, Ankylos, Impro, and other lesser-known systems. All of them are close to the top segment, have a good line of implants and orthopedic solutions. Precision and scrupulousness are valued all over the world, which is why German dental implants have many fans among specialists.

German-made dental implants cost an average of 30–35 thousand rubles, which puts them on par with most American-made implants. Ankylos will cost a little more (about 40 thousand) - a system whose characteristics are closest to the luxury class.

Line of German dental implants Zimmer

Biomal

In the ranking of Russian implant manufacturers, Biomal takes 3rd place among young ones. But the implant that it produces was developed back in the 80s of the last century. It was modified, new technical solutions were applied and a system was obtained that was different from the products of other companies.

The Biomal system is designed as a multi-unit

— the pin and abutment are connected into one structure. It is suitable for single-stage protocols.

The self-tapping thread of the pin provides sufficient fixation for immediate installation of a temporary prosthesis. The surface is treated with bioinert ceramics, which accelerates osseointegration.

The company produces 3 types of conical implants, with a diameter of 3.5 and 4.5 mm. Length – 8-16 mm.

The implants are approved for use by the Ministry of Health and Social Development of the Russian Federation.

Korean dental implants

In the 90s, the field of medicine and dentistry became one of the priorities for the Korean economy, which allowed the country to become one of the leading suppliers of dental equipment. In the production of implants, Korea represents the budget category, and the most famous Korean dental implants are Osstem and Implantium. The advantages (besides the price) include a very wide range of models and good survival rate. They are quite popular on the Russian market, especially in the Far Eastern region of our country. However, some experts believe that these implants are not intended for all clinical cases and are inferior to top-end systems in terms of achieving an aesthetic result. Today, the price of Korean dental implants averages about 20 thousand rubles, which is quite good, considering their quite acceptable quality.

Line of Korean dental implants

How do products from manufacturers from Russia differ from foreign ones?

The main difference is the price. Compared to foreign analogues, Russian systems are significantly cheaper , while the quality is at a decent level . The history of the use of domestic implants does not exceed 10-15 years, so a sufficient amount of research knowledge has not been accumulated in this area. The implants themselves have disadvantages that manufacturers continue to work on:

• insufficiently diverse model range;
• weak or too tight connection between the plug and the implant;
• the appearance of cracks;
• mismatch of the abutment with the intraosseous part of the structure.

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Israeli dental implants

Together with Korean implants, Israel occupies an economy class niche, and the Alpha Bio and MIS systems (especially the first) are very popular in Russia. This is not only due to price: the manufacturer invests significant sums in promoting its products. Israeli dental implants are very reliable, are well suited for restoring the chewing part of teeth and do not require the clinician to have any outstanding skills. In general, reviews of Israeli dental implants are very positive. However, there are also weak points.

Many clinicians note the lack of wide possibilities in prosthetics, which inevitably affects aesthetics.

The price of Israeli dental implants is very attractive. For 17–20 thousand, clinics offer installation of a titanium root, and turnkey implantation will cost an average of 40 thousand rubles. If lesser-known Israeli systems are used, the price will be even lower.

Israeli dental implant MIS

Basic criteria when choosing the best implants

• Good indicators of osseointegration. According to statistics, dental systems in the premium segment currently have this advantage: their survival rates reach 100%. This indicates that there is no risk of rejection of the structure;
• Flawless aesthetics in the long term. Based on the studies conducted, 6-10 years after the fixation of dental implants, the marginal bone located at the line of their contact with the gingival tissue undergoes shrinkage. However, if the manufacturer has provided special treatment for the thread and neck of the implant, this possibility is excluded;
• Guarantee period. When studying the question of which dental implant is better, reviews indicate that high-quality dental systems have an indefinite warranty period. However, the key factors here are: the level of professionalism of the specialist and the patient’s responsible attitude towards their health. If a person often does not follow basic rules of oral care and regularly overloads the installed structure, then the likelihood of problems occurring several years after fixing the implant increases significantly;
• Availability of a quality certificate. The assignment of a registered serial number to each model is a prerequisite for its use. At the same time, it must be certified, which avoids the risk of purchasing a counterfeit product and causing harm to the patient;
• Easy to fix. When studying dental implants and trying to figure out which ones are better, it is important to take into account the possibility of fixation when there is a significant lack of bone tissue. If the structure bypasses the osteoplasty procedure and can be immediately loaded with a prosthetic device, this confirms its impeccable quality. As a rule, such implantation systems are used with one-stage techniques. In addition, this parameter indicates that the manufacturer uses programs that make it possible to reproduce the entire treatment process in 3D format, and uses special navigation templates that ensure maximum accuracy of implant fixation and greatly facilitate this procedure.

Another priority factor for those trying to figure out which implants are the best is the cost of the design.

We cooperate directly with the manufacturer of premium systems, Strauman, which allows us to implement a flexible pricing policy and provide favorable conditions to every visitor.

Russian dental implants

Dental implants are also produced in Russia, although few people know about it. For example, there are IRIS implants - an improved LIKO-M system, which appeared more than 20 years ago. IRIS is produced in Italy using Russian technology and has an international certificate of ISO 9001-2000.

The abbreviation IRIS stands for Innovative Russian Dental Implant System Liko-M. Implants are made from pure GRADE-4 titanium. Premium implants from Nobel Biocare, Astra Tech, Straumann are made from the same material.

The first implant was developed in 1995 by a team of scientists led by Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Sergei Yuryevich Ivanov. The scientific basis of the Iris Liko-M system is 55 dissertations defended under his leadership.

Difference in pricing policy between implant models of different categories

Leading manufacturers of dental structures invest considerable funding in development, histological studies and biocompatibility of metals. They invest in multi-level and long-term testing of finished products, as well as initiate training programs for dentists and regularly modernize production facilities. As a result, this is reflected in the cost of dental implants. The price is also affected by the quality of the material, surface treatment methods, types of threads, and so on. The pricing policy of Dental Med in Odintsovo looks like this:

How important is the manufacturer of a dental implant?

In conclusion, I would like to note that the brand certainly influences the cost of the implant, but it is naive to think that you are paying such large sums just for the name. Top implants offer the broadest possible options for both the patient and the clinician. None of these systems compromise between functionality and aesthetics: it allows you to solve the patient's problem and give him a beautiful smile, even in difficult clinical situations in which a budget system could not perform in the same way. However, economy class systems today are of very high quality and, for certain indications, can become a worthy alternative to more expensive analogues.

Advantages and disadvantages

The long-term history of the brand and excellent customer reviews have proven that the Russian quality of dental implants is not only not inferior to foreign analogues, but also has a number of advantages over them:

• implantation for non-standard jaw anatomy;
• in the manufacture of permanent crowns, 3D technology is used to create an individual design for a specific client, which significantly reduces the risk of rejection and the rehabilitation period;
• precise fixation prevents the rod from falling out and loosening thanks to a well-designed fastening that eliminates the formation of cracks and gaps;
• possibility of one-stage implantation;
• good support and fixation of bridges in edentulous (complete toothlessness) with maximum visual naturalness.

Of the few shortcomings, very rare rejections are distinguished; however, this may not be the fault of the product itself, but the unprofessionalism of the dentist or the personal characteristics of the patient. The risk of bone atrophy can be reduced by installing the structure immediately after removal.

Marketing and advertising

Promoting a dental laboratory brand should begin with an analysis of the target audience. All advertising activities without taking into account its specifics are a waste of the budget. When developing a marketing strategy, the strengths and weaknesses of competing firms are taken into account.

Clients of the dental laboratory are dental clinics and private dental offices. They order dentures, bridges, and crowns for their patients. To attract them to cooperation, promotion methods are used:

• cold calling the database offering services on mutually beneficial terms;
• creation of a website with a detailed description of the services and benefits of the partnership;
• increasing the position of an Internet resource in search results for basic queries;
• promotion of the group on a popular social network;
• email newsletters to the client base;
• contextual advertising;
• publication in thematic magazines, participation in conferences and seminars.

Main features of Russian implants

To understand whether Russian systems are suitable for implantation, you need to get acquainted with their main features:

• Their prices are low, suitable for domestic consumers
• The level of technology is somewhat behind the world level, since research in Russia on these issues began to be carried out quite recently
• The range of domestic products is small, so in difficult cases choosing them will be problematic
• The amount of research on this issue does not correspond to what is required, therefore domestic technologies for the production of implants are outdated in comparison with technologies in other countries
• It is easy and inexpensive (even compared to cheap imported products) to restore chewing function by installing Russian implants
• Product material – pure titanium
• The quality standards of structures are at the world level, which is confirmed by relevant certificates

Equipment purchase

A significant part of the investment will be spent on the purchase of equipment. Scroll:

• milling machine;
• kiln for firing ceramics;
• plastic polymerizer;
• soldering equipment;
• dental micromotor;
• sandblasting unit;
• polishing apparatus;
• resistance welding machine;
• special tables;
• occluder;
• articulator;
• laser drilling machine;
• gypsum storage bins;
• fireproof cabinet for precious metals;
• dispensers;
• staff chairs;
• laptop;
• software.

In addition to equipment, you will need materials from which dentures, veneers and other structures are made. Their purchase will be carried out in Moscow, from three suppliers. Necessary consumables:

• metals and alloys - gold, palladium, silver and palladium alloy, stainless steel, cobalt-chrome, nickel-chrome, titanium;
• porcelain – used for the manufacture of ceramic crowns and implants;
• plastic for dentures Estetic – colorless, white, cream;
• polymers, liquid dyes;
• facing composite materials, abrasives, etc.

How much can you earn: calculations

The income of a dental laboratory depends on the number of orders completed. The average cost of making dentures is 10,000 rubles. With a monthly production of 80 products, the company’s revenue will be 800,000. Let’s calculate the profit by subtracting tax deductions and current expenses from this amount:

• 800,000 – 588,000 = 212,000 is the difference between income and expenses;
• 212,000 x 0.15 = 31,800 – tax;
• 800,000 – 588,000 – 31,800 = 180,200 – profit.

Calculations show that a dental laboratory can generate high income. As the number of incoming orders increases, it will grow. In this regard, the entrepreneur needs to focus on finding new partners. By concluding at least 5 cooperation agreements with local dentists and private offices for the production of dental structures, you can quickly reach the break-even point and repay the bank loan ahead of schedule.

This business is attractive from an economic point of view, but very specific. It requires large initial investments and certain knowledge in the field of orthodontics. In addition, an entrepreneur must have business acumen, have marketing skills and be able to negotiate with potential partners. Having these qualities will help you achieve success in business development.

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Beauty and health industry

Have you ever wondered what happens to surgical implants after their owners die?

The owners of the Dutch company OrthoMetals became interested in this issue 15 years ago. Since then, they have been recycling surgical implants (such as stainless steel wires or titanium plates) that are left behind after bodies are cremated.

Most of the income from this business goes to charity.

The OrthoMetals building where implant processing takes place is located in an industrial area on the outskirts of Zwolle (the Netherlands). With the help of giant machines, the metal is crushed and sorted.

Company co-founder Ruud Verberne points to a large plastic container filled to the brim with “raw materials.” “These are knee implants that we need to sort,” he tells The World. “We separate them because each type of metal is processed in a separate machine.”

Then he points to another container: “And these are the hip implants.”

Before this, Verburn worked for a long time in the aluminum scrap recycling industry. Then in 1987 he met Yan Gabriels, who was an orthopedic surgeon at the time. Dr. Gabriels asked Verburn what happens to metal implants after a person is cremated. The aluminum processing specialist could not answer this question, but the topic interested him, and he began to conduct his own research.

As it turned out, in most cases the metal ended up in a landfill. And in France, Belgium, Great Britain and in some regions of the Netherlands, implants were buried in old graves in the area adjacent to the crematorium.

However, Verbern, like no one else, understood that this metal was valuable and had great opportunities for earning money.

Ten years later, in 1997, Gabriels and Verburn founded the implant recycling company OrthoMetals and went to negotiate with the owners of crematoria: “We told them that we would take the metal for free, sort it and sell it as raw material. We placed special emphasis on the fact that the material will be recycled and not reused.”

This is an important point. None of the implants are used again for their intended purpose. Instead, they are crushed and resold to companies that make cars, planes and even wind turbines.

It turned out that the unusual business idea had great potential. Verburn said OrthoMetals recycles more than 250 tons of metal "waste" left over from burning bodies.

From the profit from the sale of raw materials, the company reimburses its costs for collecting, sorting and processing implants, deducts administrative costs and taxes from this amount, and returns the rest to the crematoria, which spend this money on charity. Of course, OrthoMetals makes a profit for its owners. However, as they emphasize, from 70 to 75% of it goes to charity.

Henry Keizer runs a foundation named after the first Dutchman to be cremated in 1913, Dr Vaillant. The foundation helps crematoria distribute thousands of dollars donated by OrthoMetals to those in need, from cancer research organizations to school libraries in the Netherlands. “I think recycling implants, artificial joints and other things is a wonderful business idea,” says Dr. Kaiser. “The money generated from this business goes to fund socially significant and very important projects.”

Now the implant recycling company OrthoMetals works with crematoria in fifteen countries around the world, including the United States. The American Donohue Funeral Home from Pennsylvania, which has been in existence since 1898, followed suit. According to the director of the company, cremation is becoming increasingly popular among Americans, so he decided to build his own crematorium.

“Before we started this project, an important question we were concerned about was what we would do with the metal implants that remain after incineration,” says Donohue. He found the OrthoMetals website and decided to adopt their experience in processing implants. “We are honest with the relatives of deceased people and guarantee them that all money raised from the sale of recycled metal will be transferred to local social organizations.”

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History of implant production in Russia

Not everyone knows that Russian-made implants even exist. Meanwhile, they began to be produced back in the 90s of the 20th century. For the first time this was done by the Konmet company using equipment from Germany. Now the largest Russian manufacturing company of these structures is considered to be Rusimplant. She has several lines of implants for different areas of use and differing in price.

Among Rusimplant's products there are products from luxury class to fixed prostheses on mini-implants, there are also standard designs.

Russian implants are inferior to foreign products in range and quality

It is difficult to find out the opinion of specialists about these systems, because they are not as popular as famous world brands. The price of these designs is comparable to the price of budget Korean and Israeli options or a little cheaper.